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CCSP Implementing a cloud risk management program Practice Question
A company is implementing a cloud risk management program. Which THREE of the following are essential components of a risk assessment according to NIST SP 800-30?
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Risk determination
NIST SP 800-30 risk assessment includes threat identification, impact analysis, and risk determination. Vulnerability scanning is a method used to identify vulnerabilities, not a component of the assessment itself. Control implementation is part of risk mitigation.
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Control implementation
Why it's wrong here
Control implementation occurs after risk assessment as part of risk treatment.
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Risk determination
Why this is correct
Determining risk level based on likelihood and impact is an essential component.
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Threat identification
Why this is correct
Identifying threats is a fundamental step in risk assessment.
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Impact analysis
Why this is correct
Analyzing potential impact is a key component of risk assessment.
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Vulnerability scanning
Why it's wrong here
Vulnerability scanning is a technique, not a component of the risk assessment process.
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